Rebates Controller

About Us

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.
 

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

Rebates Controller

Role Overview: 

• Oversee the complete rebate process, both locally and internationally. 
• Provide support to the business in managing rebate agreements, including the maintenance of a comprehensive tracker sheet for all existing customers. Conduct regular reviews to ensure accuracy and update accrual levels on a monthly basis. 
• Ensure proper documentation of rebate agreements for audit purposes. 
• Calculate rebate values for customers and meticulously review calculations for accuracy. Collaborate closely with sales teams and customers during this process. 
• Generate monthly reports for various countries and facilitate clear communication between sales and finance teams regarding rebate matters. 
• Manage the rebate process within SAP, overseeing rebate agreements from inception to closure. 
• Maintain appropriate manual accrual levels for indirect customers and consistently seek opportunities to enhance the rebate process. 
• Work closely with sales teams to identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency improvements. 
• Regularly review and clean up existing rebate agreements. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business or equivalent qualification. 
• Professional qualification in finance or accounting. 
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance role. 
• Fluent in English; knowledge of other European languages is advantageous. 

Key Competencies: 

• Strong technical skills in finance. 
• Proven problem-solving abilities. 
• Demonstrated integrity and trustworthiness. 
• Effective priority setting and organizational skills. 
• Decisive decision-making capabilities. 
• Capacity for detailed analysis. 
• Business acumen and strategic thinking abilities. 
• Active listening skills and adeptness in dealing with complexity. 
• Ability to adapt to changes in the business environment. 

Additional Skills: 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to tackle challenging issues. 
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly advanced Excel skills including Excel Macros. 
• Proactive and forward-thinking attitude. 
• Strong personality with the ability to assertively address difficult situations and influence others. 
• Effective stress management and ability to handle high workloads. 

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis our greatest asset are our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.